Caregiver

Western Slope in Home Care • Glenwood Springs, CO

5d • $18 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

Western Slope In-Home Care provides home care services to Medicaid, VA, long-term care insurance, and private-pay clients who want to remain independent and live in their own homes. Caregivers provide compassionate, one-on-one care to elderly, blind, or disabled individuals, as well as people recovering from surgery, injuries, or accidents. Caregivers work in clients’ homes and help them remain as independent and comfortable as possible. Caregivers must live in the NW Colorado area to work with the agency.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Live in the NW Colorado area to work with the agency.
• Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Promote personal safety and a safe environment for clients.
• Maintain compliance with agency policy, procedures, and job requirements.

Nice To Haves

• One year of caregiver experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal hygiene assistance, including help with showering, bathing, dressing, and eating.
• Remind clients to take prescribed medication.
• Help clients with mobility around the house and outside, including accompanying them to doctor’s appointments and walks.
• Assist with personal care and hygiene.
• Plan and prepare meals.
• Complete clients’ shopping or accompany them while shopping.
• Perform housekeeping duties.
• Report unusual incidents and respond quickly and responsibly in emergencies.
• Assist clients with meals and other activities essential for daily living, including serving food and related tasks when necessary.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling.
• Benefits eligibility at 30 or more hours per week.
• 401(k) offered to employees after two years of work.
• Supplemental insurance available.
• One-on-one patient care.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED